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UPDATE: Bankruptcy Judge Approves Rite Aid Restructuring Plan to Cut $2 Billion in Debt

[Update as of July 2, 2024] U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Michael Kaplan has approved a restructuring plan for Rite…

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Alibaba to Scale AI Access for SMBs Worldwide

Alibaba has revealed that its AI tools for global suppliers have been adopted by approximately 30,000 smaller businesses…

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Harps Food Stores is deploying real-time personalization at checkout.

Harps Food Stores Enables Real-Time Personalization at Checkout

Harps Food Stores is deploying a new integration between customer intelligence platform Birdzi and POS system ECRS to…

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Save Mart Companies has been acquired by The Jim Pattison Group.

Save Mart Companies Acquired by Canadian Holding Co. Jim Pattison Group

The Save Mart Companies — which includes grocery banners Save Mart, Lucky California and FoodMaxx — has undergone…

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Due to the success of its Fifth Avenue Club concept, Saks Fifth Avenue plans to open more standalone locations this year, bringing its total count to 20 across the U.S.

Saks Fifth Avenue Expands Club Concept to More Luxury Resorts and Hotels

Saks Fifth Avenue is doubling down on its luxury personal shopping and styling service, The Fifth Avenue Club.…

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UPDATE: Mexican Merchant Gonher Buys Sam Ash for $15M

[Update as of June 28, 2024] Sam Ash has selected a winning bidder in its bankruptcy auction: Mexican retailer…

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Following Bankruptcy, Joann Looks to Broaden its Appeal with ‘Jo-And’ Campaign

Known primarily as a sewing and fabric destination, Joann is looking to broaden its appeal by highlighting its…

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Walgreens Outlines Turnaround Plans, Including ‘Significant’ Store Closures

Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has cut its profit forecast for fiscal 2024 and plans to close “a significant…

News June 28
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Elton John Empties his Closet to Support AIDS Foundation with ‘Rocket Man Resale’ on Ebay

Elton John, known for his memorable fashion choices, is donating hundreds of items from his closet for an…

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